"FLARE, Inc. programs are sponsored in part by the City of Buffalo Urban Renewal Agency through the Community Development Block Grant and/or HOME Program(s), New York State, and the Department of Housing and Urban Development. .

WHO WE ARE

FLARE MISSION

The primary purpose of Fillmore Leroy Area Residents, Inc. (FLARE) is to assist, develop, promote, encourage, and preserve the cultural, economic, social, and physical welfare of the persons residing in its service area, the Fillmore-Leroy Area of the Masten Council District of the City of Buffalo. Alone, and in conjunction with other groups, FLARE develops plans, programs, and community-based informational forums to assist residents in the physical and economic development of our service area; thus spawning development throughout its service area.

FLARE seeks to promote community, business and professional relationships while providing education and awareness, neighborhood activities, and opportunities for enjoyment for residents through promotion and participation in socio-economic, cultural, civic, and athletic events.

FUNDING SOURCES

Fillmore Leroy Area Residents Inc. is funded in part by member donations, private donations, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development, the State of New York Division of Housing and Community Renewal and the City of Buffalo Urban Renewal Agency. FLARE is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization and all donations are tax deductible. FLARE Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an Equal Housing Agency.

OUR TEAM

For more than 45 years the team at FLARE, Inc. has devoted its energy to passionately advocating for the residents of the Masten District and economically under-represented members of the City of Buffalo. Whenever possible, we encourage you to work with the FLARE team to contribute to the future of our community by volunteering your time.